I wanted to pick MN brains on this as there is a possible situation but it is quite delicate. A friend has divorced recently which was triggered by an act of physical abuse against her child. She is suspicious that there is a possibility this is not actually an isolated incident. The child becomes very clingy to her, especially when left with the father. She wants to check with the child but we are both worried that asking may implant the idea if it is not the case (if that makes sense?). Does anyone have experience in this area and can help us phrase kindly questions to the child?
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JeffreyNeedsAHobby · 25/06/2017 09:29
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